The Ma & Morley Scholarship Program application process is designed so that a diversity of students have a fair opportunity to access this life changing experience.
There are a total of 20 scholarships available for new students and 10 Lǐng Jūn immersion experiences available for continuing students per year under the Ma & Morley Scholarship Program.
All successful Scholars are expected to adhere to the Scholar Charter. The Scholar Charter aims to provide clarity and guidance on Scholars' journey to becoming the future leader they aspire to be. It also provides a framework for conduct and expectations that aims to meet both the needs and the interests of the Program and the University of Newcastle more broadly.
Applications for 2026 Ma & Morley Scholarships open 1 July 2025 and close midnight 14 September 2025
These scholarships are offered to students who will begin their undergraduate degree in 2026 (or commenced their degree in Semester 2, 2025). Ideally half of the scholarships in each category will be allocated to students who have completed a University of Newcastle Pathway Program such as Yapug or Open Foundation (or are set to complete in 2025).
*Travel to China is pending travel restrictions and health advice.
The Lǐng Jūn scholarships are for students who have commenced their degree and have 160 units or more left to complete at the beginning of Semester 1, 2026. Students must also have completed the first year (80 units) of their degree by the end of Semester 2, 2025.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.
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